1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1970 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 789 cc (2 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Naked (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 115 kg more than 1970 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Publica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Daihatsu Naked (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1970 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Naked | Publica |
Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 657 cc | 789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2170 mm |